26-27 Middle School History Teacher

St. Catherine's School • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

The primary role of this position includes teaching an ancient world history curriculum, based on characteristics of early civilizations, to 5th grade students including historical thinking, reading, writing and research skills. Strong research and writing skills are key in this role, as well as a willingness to collaborate with other humanities teachers and librarians to consistently teach these skills to students. The ideal candidate will have an undergraduate degree in education, preferably middle school history education, and a masters degree is preferred. Passion and/or experience for project-based and differentiated learning and interest in working in a student-centered, collaborative, educational environment is beneficial. Experience in Google Suite for Education is preferred. Candidates should have an interest in being part of a community that strives to create access, equity and belonging for all.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education/history specialization
• Experience in and passion for teaching at the Middle School level
• Demonstrates creative and energetic teaching
• Strong classroom management skills
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
• Uphold the high standards of the School’s established program

Nice To Haves

• Master’s preferred
• ability to coach a sport (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Teach five (5) sections of the Foundations of Civilization course to all Grade 5 students.
• Collaborate with the History Department to analyze and review curriculum.
• Partner with the other grade-level academic classes by teaching reading, writing and research skills.
• Serve as a Grade 5 advisor.
• Participate in grade-level team meetings.
• Champion and assist in implementing the School’s access, equity, and belonging initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• St. Catherine’s School offers a highly competitive compensation package for this full-time position with benefits to include excellent health plan options, retirement benefits, exhaustive professional development and networking opportunities as well as state-of-the art facilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level